Housing - HomelessnessHousing - Social housingScotlandCovenant disadvantage October 26, 2026
A case study about Covenant disadvantage Growing demand for housing support was increasing pressure on specialist services helping members of the Armed Forces community. What was the situation? Since 2013, Housing Options Scotland’s Military Matters service has provided specialist housing advice to serving personnel, veterans and their families. However, in recent years, the organisation has […]
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Housing - HomelessnessEnglandCovenant disadvantage October 12, 2026
A case study about Covenant disadvantage A veteran’s risk of homelessness was exacerbated by release from prison at short notice and extra challenges from his earlier Service in the Armed Forces. What was the situation? Karl, a veteran serving a custodial sentence, was informed on a Friday shortly before Christmas that he would be released […]
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Cross-cutting - Identifying members of the Armed Forces communityHousing - HomelessnessEnglandCovenant disadvantage August 24, 2026
A case study about Covenant disadvantage Veterans were not always being identified when accessing housing services. What was the situation? Cobseo’s Housing Cluster noticed that veterans were not always being identified when seeking housing support. This made it more difficult for housing bodies to understand their circumstances, consider needs related to Service life, and ensure […]
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